Chronic prostatitis

This early-stage study tests a new imaging agent called 18F-4FN for PET scans to safely detect inflammation in the body. It involves 55 adults with cancer who are on immunotherapy or have suspected inflammation. The goal is to see if this agent can highlight areas of inflammation…

This study tests whether a daily CoQ10 supplement (Ralivia) can reduce pain and improve quality of life in men with chronic pelvic pain syndrome. One hundred men aged 18–50 will receive either the supplement or a placebo for 3 months. Researchers will measure changes in pain scor…

This study is testing whether a 21-day spa program—including mineral water baths, exercise, and diet—can improve kidney function and reduce symptoms in 150 adults aged 40-70 with chronic kidney or urinary tract diseases. Participants receive standard spa care at a resort in the C…

This study tests a brief, 4-session cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program for people with urologic chronic pelvic pain syndrome (UCPPS), including interstitial cystitis and chronic prostatitis. The treatment is mostly home-based with minimal therapist contact, teaching skill…

This study looks at whether people with different types of bladder pain respond better to different treatments. About 220 adults with interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome will receive either pelvic floor physical therapy or cognitive-behavioral therapy. The goal is to see …

This study tests if focused or radial shockwave therapy can improve erectile dysfunction and chronic pelvic pain better than a fake (sham) treatment. It includes 186 men, some with a history of prostate cancer. Participants will receive several sessions of shockwave or sham thera…

This study tests whether a small device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can reduce pain and urinary symptoms in men with moderate to severe chronic prostatitis/pelvic pain syndrome. 68 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either real stimulation or a sham (…

This study aims to find out if chronic pelvic pain conditions like prostatitis and interstitial cystitis can be inherited. Researchers will collect DNA and urine from 500 participants, including family members, to look for genetic links. The goal is to better understand the cause…

This pilot study is measuring prednisolone levels in 120 people with inflammatory diseases like thyroid eye disease, vasculitis, COPD, asthma, and others. Participants take high-dose prednisolone as part of their routine care, and researchers take timed blood samples to see how t…

This study looks at 320 adults who are about to start strong immune-suppressing therapy and have already had at least two COVID-19 shots. Researchers want to find out if giving a COVID-19 booster right before starting therapy or waiting six months provides better protection. Part…